- Produced by worker (younger) bees
- Gland located under the abdomen
- Production is dependent on nectar flow/sugar availability
- Production is also dependent on need
- Pesticides accumulate in the wax*
Processing Wax
- Solar wax melter is useful
- Typically done during honey extraction
- Have the bees do the cleaning
Uses
- Candles
- Foundation
- Cosmetics
- Nature’s sealant
- Polishes
- Art